Welding – Certified

Designed for experienced welders, this program provides skills and knowledge in a broad range of welding practices. The program has been developed in cooperation with industry to meet the increasing demands of the welding and fabrication sector.

You’ll learn to repair metal parts and structures, fabricate components and apply safe working practices while using various welding and cutting equipment and techniques. You’ll learn how to integrate problem-solving skills with the dynamic processes and techniques used in the welding industry. You’ll also be introduced to blueprint reading.

Students’ weld quality will be evaluated as per ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Section IX and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) W47.1 standards and procedures.

• High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.


• You must have hands on experience with oxy-acetylene and shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW in flat position and striking and maintaining an arc).


• All applicants are required to pass a practical welding test to ensure prerequisites are satisfied.


• If you do not have the required welding experience, consider Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (evening course).

• This program is not offered at regular NSCC tuition. 2010-2011 Tuition for this program: $7,800.


• Start dates and locations for this program are determined according to industry demand.


• Students are required to supply their own mini grinder with guard and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - gloves, safety glasses, safety boots, welding helmet and coveralls.


• You’re expected to develop a portfolio of your work as part of this program of study. A portfolio is a powerful and convincing way to demonstrate your achievements to future employers over and above a standard résumé.


• The School of Trades and Technology has specific requirements for health and safety practices and procedures for all shops and labs. Students practice 5S+S quality system throughout the entire program and wear specified personal protective equipment when training in designated shops or labs.


• Students are required to maintain a work record book or journal.